Origin
Delavan, IL
Morning in Delavan on Tuesday
Local time
10:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delavan, IL to York, IL
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 7m
Distance
186 mi
299 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 54m
★
6 AM
4h 7m
8 AM
4h 34m
10 AM
4h 17m
12 PM
4h 14m
3 PM
4h 18m
5 PM
4h 32m
8 PM
4h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delavan, IL
Mike Tyurin
York, IL
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Trip Overview
Delavan, IL to York, IL is 186 miles and takes about 4h 7m via I 74 and South Main Street, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traversing the state of Illinois from one end to the other. Given its relatively short duration and mostly highway profile, this is a straightforward drive. You can expect to cover most of the distance efficiently on the interstate, making it a good option for a quick getaway or a purposeful transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
93 miles from Delavan, IL
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 51m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 74 | 79.9 mi | 1h 26m |
| South Main Street | 30.4 mi | 45m |
| Georgetown Road | 29.6 mi | 44m |
| US 136 | 15.6 mi | 22m |
| I 55 | 11 mi | 11m |
| I 155 | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| County Road 400 North | 4.5 mi | 7m |
| East 150th Road | 1.9 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
I 74
— 79.9 mi, about 1h 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delavan, IL and York, IL.
1
Start on IL 122
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West 4th Street
2
Continue on IL 122
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 400 North
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
4
Merge onto I 155
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 155
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward US 136: McLean, Havana
6
Keep slight left at fork
113 ft
·
2 sec
7
Turn left onto US 136
16 mi
·
22 min
·
US 136
8
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 55 North: Bloomington
9
Merge onto I 55
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 55
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 Business
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
South Veterans Parkway
Exit 157A; 157B
Toward I 55 Business North, I 74 East: Indianapolis
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 157A
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Indianapolis
12
Merge onto I 74; US 51
80 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
I 74; US 51
Use the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward US 150, IL 1
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
15
Turn straight onto US 150; IL 1
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Georgetown Road
16
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North State Street
17
Continue on US 150; IL 1
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Georgetown Road
18
Continue on US 150; IL 1
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
1575 E US 36
19
Continue on US 150; IL 1
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Georgetown Road
20
Continue on US 150; IL 1
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
IL Route 1
21
Turn right onto US 150; IL 1
512 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Elliot Street
22
Turn left onto US 150; IL 1
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Central Avenue
23
Continue on IL 1
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Vandalia Way
24
Turn straight onto IL 1
30 mi
·
45 min
·
South Main Street
25
Turn sharp left onto East 150th Road
1.9 mi
·
7 min
·
East 150th Road
26
Continue on West Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
27
Turn left onto North York Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North York Street
28
Arrive at destination
North York Street
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning is ideal, allowing you to reach York with plenty of daylight. Since the drive is manageable within a single day, you have flexibility with your stop. The route includes one recommended stop, which could be a good point to stretch your legs or refuel. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 79.9-mile stretch on I 74, as services might be less frequent than you'd expect in more populated areas. The estimated fuel cost is around $29, so plan accordingly.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93 miles from Delavan, IL, or about 1h 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 41 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93 miles or 1h 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near York, IL than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delavan, IL so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Delavan, IL
This is one driving day of about 186 miles and 4h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Delavan, IL.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 74 for about 79.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93 miles from Delavan, IL, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 74 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 9.7 and 117.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
9.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward US 136: McLean, Havana
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 136: McLean, Havana
5
10 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
7
36.9 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway toward I 55 Business North, I 74 East: Indianapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 157A; 157B
Toward I 55 Business North, I 74 East: Indianap...
6
37.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 74 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Indianapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 157A
Toward I 74 East, US 51 South: Decatur, Indiana...
7
117.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 150 East, IL 1 South: Georgetown Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.08 one way
$58.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $31.93 | $63.86 |
| premium | $4.89 | $35.79 | $71.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.07 | $82.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.8 | 0 | $19.53 | $8.93 |
| Efficient EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.4 | 0 | $26.04 | $11.90 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
York, IL
Morning in York on Tuesday
Local time
10:10 AM
CDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
5 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 7m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway, with 61% of the drive on interstates and main roads. You'll experience a longest stretch of 79.9 miles on I 74, offering a good opportunity for steady cruising. The highway portion will transition to surface roads, specifically South Main Street and Georgetown Road, as you approach your destination. Expect a mix of open interstate travel and more local road conditions closer to York.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.9 mi on I 74.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 74 and South Main Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 186 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 36.9 miles (I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Delavan, IL and York, IL, road signs point toward Havana and Indianapolis.
Havana
9.7 mi in
|
~14m
Indianapolis
37.3 mi in
|
~50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 7m. Total distance: 186 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.9 miles on I 74. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at York, IL before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 36.9 miles (I 55 Business / South Veterans Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at York, IL, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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